Here at Little Luxury Beauty Salon, Warrington one of our most popular massage treatments is hot stones!
With the combined effect of heat and massage, hot stone massage has many benefits including:
- achieves sense of well being
- increased blood circulation- this is due to the heat causing an increase in the body temperature which then quickens the heart and pulse rate.
- Blood pressure is lowered as a result of vasodilation
- lymphatic circulation is increased which then speeds up the removal of waste products and toxins in the body
- Sensory nerve endings are soothed giving the feeling of relaxation
- Tense, tight muscles are relaxed, muscular aches and pains are relieved as heat penetrates the muscles causing immediate relaxation
- Can help with circulatory problems
- Improves sleep routine
- Skin colour can be improved due to the heat from the stones
Each treatment is adapted to the individual customer to meet the psychological needs which are identified during the consultation. The customers confidence and self- esteem can be improved due to the blood and lymphatic circulation being stimulated.
After a hot stone massage we recommend the following after care to give the full benefits and advantages:
- Stretching in between massage appointments to keep the muscles relaxed (eg, Yoga)
- Drinking plenty of water
- Avoid exercise immediately after a massage
- Avoid waxing, epilation and ultraviolet treatments as the skin will be extra sensitised
- Healthy eating
- Body brushing to nourish the skin
We recommend a hot stone massage every 2- 3 weeks to help relax and keep muscles relaxed- especially if the customer has a active lifestyle or job.
Pregnancy is a contra- indication to hot stone massage and it is always best to check with a doctor or midwife before booking a hot stone massage to ensure the treatment is safe.
To read more about the hot stone treatments we offer please click here.